Sevenoaks School
A private British boarding school with a co-educational type of education
City
Kent
Training programs
School Diploma, IB
Age
14-17 years old
Tuition fees
£43,353 /year
Sevenoaks School
Sevenoaks School is a prestigious British co-educational school that offers day and boarding. The modern 100-acre campus is located in the picturesque countryside of Kent. The school is just half an hour away from the centre of the UK capital and Gatwick International Airport.
The history of the school dates back to 1432, making it one of the oldest in the UK. Today, it has over 1,100 students from 45 countries. About a third of them are boarders, the rest are full-time students.
Sevenoaks School is the first British school to completely stop offering A-levels and has been preparing students for university entrance under the International Baccalaureate programme since 1978.
Advantages:
The history of the school dates back to 1432, making it one of the oldest in the UK. Today, it has over 1,100 students from 45 countries. About a third of them are boarders, the rest are full-time students.
Sevenoaks School is the first British school to completely stop offering A-levels and has been preparing students for university entrance under the International Baccalaureate programme since 1978.
Advantages:
- Study under the unique Middle School Diploma programme and the IB programme, which is only available in certain schools in the UK.
- Leadership in national rankings. The educational institution is regularly included in the lists of leading secondary schools in Great Britain according to the Sunday Times, The Times, and is also recognized as one of the TOP-7 world schools based on the results of the IB exam.
- 'Outstanding' verdict from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) for academic provision and pupil achievement.
- A modern, well-equipped campus, on the territory of which there are sports grounds and complexes, laboratories, classrooms and workshops for creative activities, a library, a gallery, a dance studio, and a multimedia center.
Sevenoaks School Education Programs
Sevenoaks School Diploma
A unique programme that combines the key benefits of GCSE, IGCSE and SSC. As part of their education, students study compulsory general education subjects and a range of additional courses that match their academic interests.
In Year 9, students will be introduced to a wide range of subjects, including English language and literature, several modern foreign languages and Latin, geography, history, classical civilization, natural and exact sciences, and art. Thanks to serious general preparation, it will be easier for students to consciously choose subjects to study in Years 10-11.
In addition to basic humanities and exact sciences, and art, Year 10 and 11 courses include electives and disciplines aimed at developing critical thinking. These include Critical Perspectives (Year 10) and 10 Ideas That Changed the World (Year 11).
In Year 9, students will be introduced to a wide range of subjects, including English language and literature, several modern foreign languages and Latin, geography, history, classical civilization, natural and exact sciences, and art. Thanks to serious general preparation, it will be easier for students to consciously choose subjects to study in Years 10-11.
In addition to basic humanities and exact sciences, and art, Year 10 and 11 courses include electives and disciplines aimed at developing critical thinking. These include Critical Perspectives (Year 10) and 10 Ideas That Changed the World (Year 11).
International Baccalaureate
The IB preparation program is the gold standard in international Sixth Form education, providing competitive preparation for admission to the world's top universities.
Before starting their studies, students are offered to choose three groups of subjects for in-depth study (Higher Level) and three for regular study (Standard Level). The available disciplines include:
Before starting their studies, students are offered to choose three groups of subjects for in-depth study (Higher Level) and three for regular study (Standard Level). The available disciplines include:
- English language and a course in English literature, including works from world literature, with possible additional study of theatre arts;
- languages, both modern and ancient (Latin, classical Greek);
- man and society (economics, geography, history, classical civilizations, philosophy, psychology);
- experimental sciences (biology, chemistry, physics);
- mathematics;
- arts (music, acting, visual arts).
Extracurricular activities at Sevenoaks School
In addition to high-quality academic preparation, the school offers students a rich extracurricular life. It includes sports, music, art, participation in the work of thematic clubs, expeditions. The students' schedule also includes regular attendance of events in London galleries, concert halls, museums. The most talented students can receive additional education in London's music academies.
The school has the following clubs and sections:
The school has a Combined Cadet Force, a cadet corps that aims to develop leadership skills in cadets and provide basic knowledge of how to organize defense.
The school has the following clubs and sections:
- football, rugby, basketball;
- cricket, squash, tennis;
- swimming, shooting, yachting;
- music clubs that include individual lessons and playing in an orchestra;
- acting, drawing, animation, ceramics, photography.
The school has a Combined Cadet Force, a cadet corps that aims to develop leadership skills in cadets and provide basic knowledge of how to organize defense.
Accommodation at Sevenoaks School
During their studies, students aged 13 to 18 live in five boarding houses:
Students are offered modern comfortable single, double and quadruple rooms. There is also a common kitchen, living room, computer rooms on the residences' territory.
Each student is assigned a mentor. He or she not only monitors the student's academic performance and extracurricular activities, but also provides assistance and support during the adaptation process.
- for girls - Sennocke, Park Grange;
- for boys - School House, Johnsons, Aisher House.
Students are offered modern comfortable single, double and quadruple rooms. There is also a common kitchen, living room, computer rooms on the residences' territory.
Each student is assigned a mentor. He or she not only monitors the student's academic performance and extracurricular activities, but also provides assistance and support during the adaptation process.
Tuition fees at Sevenoaks School
The tuition fee for international students on a full board basis is £43,353/year. In addition to the basic costs, there are additional costs to consider, which include:
- visa administration fee - £450;
- IB programme fee (applies to standard fee payers) - £540/year.
- Music lessons - £29.00 per 30 minute lesson. Instrument hire is £153.00/year;
- payment for events and excursions not included in the curriculum;
- transfer, pocket expenses.
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I work openly and try to give as much information as possible so that you make the right decision in entering the UK, I am constantly in touch, although I am in a different time zone from my students. For you, the best schools in Britain and A-level and Foundation programs, as well as help in entering universities directly or for the International Year.
I do not promise you that you will study for free or you will have a scholarship - covering all tuition and accommodation, this is not my business, but I will help you choose the best option for your budget.
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